Ninth Tentacle Tattoo
Ninth Tentacle Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Tacoma, Washington. The studio says its artists work in traditional Japanese and American designs, fine line, black and grey, and custom creations, and that walk-ins are welcome.
Tacoma · Pierce County
At a glance
- City
- Tacoma, WA · Pierce County
- Phone
- (253) 414-8239
- Website
- ninthtentacletattoo.com
- Online booking
- ninthtentacletattoo.com/blank-2
- @ninthtentacletattoo
- Social
- Published prices
- Shop minimum $100From the studio’s website: source
- Services
- tattoo, walk ins, flash
- City business registration
- Registered City of Tacoma business since 2021 · License number #500190663 · data as of October 16, 2026Source: City of Tacoma, Tax and License. A city business registration, not a WA DOL tattoo license.The information and data made available here has been modified for use from its original source, which is the City of Tacoma. The City of Tacoma makes no claims as to the completeness, accuracy, or timeliness of any information and data contained in this application; makes no representation of any kind, including, but not limited to, warranty of the accuracy or fitness for a particular use; nor are any such warranties to be implied or inferred with respect to the information or data furnished herein. The information and data is subject to change without notice. It is understood that the information and data contained in the web site is being used at user's own risk. City of Tacoma data terms
- State tattoo shop license
- Verify this shop’s license at WA DOLLicense lookup by the Washington State Department of Licensing
- Listing status
- Listed open · data as of September 23, 2026
What to know about Ninth Tentacle Tattoo
- One free consultation appointment is offered
- A deposit is collected to book a tattoo appointment after the consultation
Hours
| Monday | Closed or by appointment |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed or by appointment |
| Wednesday | 11am–6pm |
| Thursday | 11am–6pm |
| Friday | 11am–6pm |
| Saturday | 11am–6pm |
| Sunday | Closed or by appointment |
Hours from the studio's own website. They can change, so call ahead.
Map & directions
Local context
Ninth Tentacle Tattoo is one of 72 studios we list in Tacoma. Pierce County has 72 licensed tattoo shops and 241 licensed tattoo artists, according to Washington State Department of Licensing data for August 2026.
Ninth Tentacle Tattoo: common questions
Where is Ninth Tentacle Tattoo located?
Ninth Tentacle Tattoo is at 508a S 11th St, Tacoma, WA 98402 (Pierce County).
What are Ninth Tentacle Tattoo's hours?
Published hours: Wed–Sat 11am–6pm. Hours change — confirm with the studio before you go, especially for walk-ins.
How do I book a tattoo at Ninth Tentacle Tattoo?
Reach Ninth Tentacle Tattoo through online booking (ninthtentacletattoo.com/blank-2), the website (ninthtentacletattoo.com), phone at (253) 414-8239, or Instagram (@ninthtentacletattoo). Most Washington studios ask for a deposit to hold an appointment, and custom pieces usually need a consultation first.
Is Ninth Tentacle Tattoo licensed?
Washington requires every tattoo shop and tattoo artist to hold a Department of Licensing license (RCW 18.300). You can confirm any shop or artist with the DOL license lookup; see our Washington tattoo laws guide for how. City of Tacoma, Tax and License open data lists Ninth Tentacle Tattoo as a registered City of Tacoma business since 2021 (data as of October 16, 2026). That is a city business registration, not a Department of Licensing tattoo license.
What other tattoo shops are near Ninth Tentacle Tattoo?
Nearby studios include Rose Cutter (0.2 mi), Cygni Tattoo (0.2 mi), and Destiny City Tattoo (0.2 mi).
What is Ninth Tentacle Tattoo’s shop minimum?
The shop minimum is $100.
